COBA WELCOMES 301 NEW CORRECTION OFFICER RECRUITS DURING ORIENTATION
COBA President Benny Boscio and the Executive Board welcomed 301 new Correction Officer recruits during orientation on December 27th. Our Executive Board provided insight, answered questions, and ensured that our newest officers begin their careers with the support they deserve. Focus on the road ahead and know that COBA will stand with you every step of […]
COBA HAS FILED A LAWSUIT TO PROTECT THE RIGHTS AND DIGNITY OF RNDC OFFICERS
COBA has filed a lawsuit to protect the rights and dignity of RNDC Officers who DOC is trying to use as pawns in yet another misguided managerial experiment. NYC Administrative Code 9-116 enshrines Correction Officers’ right to work one of three tours in a day. DOC’s current managerial preference, the RNDC pilot program, is to run […]
STATEMENT FROM COBA PRESIDENT BENNY BOSCIO ON THE NEED FOR OFFICER’S VOICES IN JUSTICE REFORM
(Click above for full story) Statement from COBA President Benny Boscio “It is both disheartening and deeply disturbing that individuals who are convicted felons and have a history of breaking the law, are being given an opportunity to help shape the future of New York’s Criminal Justice system, while the men and women who risk their […]
STATEMENT FROM COBA PRESIDENT BENNY BOSCIO ON RECENT VIOLENT ATTACKS IN NYC JAILS
(Click above for full story) Statement from COBA President Benny Boscio “These unprovoked attacks by violent gang members on our correction officers, who were simply doing their jobs, are not isolated incidents. There have now been nearly 600 correction officers assaulted this past year. Instead of focusing on enhancing safety and security in our jails, our […]
THANKSGIVING ON THE FRONT LINE: COBA SALUTES THE BOLDEST
As New Yorkers gathered to celebrate Thanksgiving, our members were inside the jails doing what they always do: maintaining safety, order, and professionalism. COBA stopped by the jail facilities to thank the officers who spent the holiday serving this city instead of being home with their families. We see you. We appreciate you. We stand with you.
COBA OPPOSES NEW 12-HOUR TOUR PILOT THAT DISRUPTS OFFICERS’ LIVES
(Click ABOVE for full story) The self-serving agendas of Commissioner Lynelle Maginley -Liddie and some of her underlings have chased hundreds of Correction Officers out the door and they continue to disrupt the lives of the officers who remain with the implementation of a new 12 hour tour pilot program- a move COBA strongly opposes!
COBA MOURNS THE LOSS OF VIRGINIA CORRECTION OFFICER J. HALL
COBA stands with the Virginia Department of Corrections as we mourn the loss of Correction Officer J. Hall, who was killed in the line of duty on November 17, 2025. Our thoughts are with his family, his loved ones, and every member of the VADOC community carrying this loss. His service, his sacrifice, and his commitment […]
NYC DOC MEDAL DAY CEREMONY
The NYC DOC Medal Day Ceremony reminded us of something simple but powerful-the outstanding work that our members perform every day rarely gets the recognition they rightfully deserve. That’s why COBA was proud to stand with every Correction Officer, who was recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty. To all the award recipients, congratulations […]
COBA PROUDLY TAKES PART IN VETERANS DAY PARADE
(Click ABOVE for full video) COBA was proud to take part in the Veterans Day Parade in Manhattan, standing shoulder to shoulder with the men and women who’ve served our nation with honor and courage. We thank all our veterans, including the many COBA members who’ve worn both the uniform of our country and the uniform […]
COBA CONGRATULATES ENDORSED CANDIDATES ON ELECTION VICTORIES
COBA proudly extends its congratulations to all endorsed candidates on their election victories. Each of these leaders has demonstrated a clear commitment to supporting the men and women of the New York City Department of Correction and to strengthening the safety, professionalism, and integrity of our city’s correctional system. We look forward to working together […]